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Cyprus: Property the ‘toughest issue'
Turkish Cypriot leader Mehmet Ali Talal has spoken of his hopes for Cyprus re-unification...
In a recent interview, Mr Ali Talal observed: “There has never been so much chance for solution, but the toughest issues during the unification talks will be land and property. Negotiations will begin in June if none of the two parties in the divided island withdraw.
"The toughest issue is property. It is a very complex problem. 30 to 40 years have passed, the properties changed owners many times. Besides both Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots are very sensitive about this issue. Therefore it is a tough issue.
“The positive atmosphere that came along with the election of Christofias as leader of the Greek Cypriot administration and enlivening of social relations will be reflected in the talks.
Talat and Christofias will meet on May 23 to review progress and prepare for negotiations for a solution to the conflict which has divided the island for 34 years.
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